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| Week of October 27–31 | Read time: 5 min |
Thanks for an awesome Fall Festival! Events like this are possible because of PTSA funding and your support.
We’re in the final 4 days of our Donation Drive and just $16,350 away from our $50,000 goal.
Your gift powers reading & math support, field trips, Environmental Science & Garden, and community events students love. Hear from our recent winner, Madhavi Patankar, on why they donated:
“My kids love the garden, music, PE, library, and recess activity programs. We’re happy to donate what we can so PTSA can keep these enriching activities going.”
Let’s turn our goal into a Halloween treat for the whole school!
School Closures + Early Release
- Oct. 31: School closed for Staff Development
- Nov. 10–11: School closed for Fall Break
- Nov. 17–21: Early release at 12:10 PM for conferences
- Nov. 24–28: School closed for Thanksgiving
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Garden Work DaySun. Nov. 2 from 9:30–11:30 AM | Bay Farm Native Garden Help keep our Outdoor Learning spaces thriving. All ages welcome — tools and guidance provided. Complete the waiver and join us! |
Parents’ Night Out: MigrationJoin us on Friday, November 14 @ 6:30 PM in the MPR for Migration (PG), a delightful story where a cautious dad duck gets nudged into an adventure when his family pushes for their first big migration. Kids can bring their cozy blankets, wear their PJs, and bring a water bottle for a fun night with pizza, snacks, and juice — while parents enjoy a night off! |
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A Wickedly Good AfternoonMon, Nov 17: 12:10–3:30 PM | Bay Farm Library Join us for an after-school viewing of Wicked — perfect timing with Wicked: For Good hitting theaters that Friday. Students are welcome to sing along! |
Tickets: Early bird $25 through Sun, Nov 9; $35 starting Nov 10. Limited to 40 students.
Parenting Book ClubMonday, November 17 @ 7:00 PM | School Library How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk — practical tools for calmer conversations, inviting cooperation, and building independent, confident kids. |
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🚗 Bay Farm Drop-Off Guidelines
Aughinbaugh’s repaving is still underway, and crews will continue finishing touches over the next few months. This is a great time to slow down, stay patient, and follow these simple reminders so everyone — drivers, cyclists, and walkers — can arrive and leave safely each day.
| 🐢 Drive Slowly, Check Your Speed | 🚫 No U-Turns on Aughinbaugh | ⛔️ No Parking in Loop |
| 🌧 Walk, Bike, or Scoot — Even When It Rains | ➡️ Loop Drop-Off from Right Lane | 🚸 No Parking Within 20 Ft of Crosswalks |
| 🚗 Look Before Opening Doors | 💛 Be Kind & Cooperative | 🕓 Plan Ahead & Allow Extra Time |
This week (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.), there will be no parking on Aughinbaugh in front of the school while this work continues.
Thank you for helping keep Bay Farm safe for every student, every day!
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Reminders
- Reflections Art Contest
- Share your vision for this year’s theme “I Belong!” by Nov 15.
- Details: pta.org/reflections | register here .
- Check the Lost and Found
- The lost and found is overflowing. Bring your lost items home!They miss you!
Dates at a Glance
- Sun, Nov 2
- Garden Work Day — 9:30–11:30 AM (Native Garden Habitat)
- Thu, Nov 13
- Fri, Nov 14
- Parents’ Night Out — Migration (6:30–9:00 PM, MPR)
- Sat, Nov 15
- Mon, Nov 17
- A Wickedly Good Afternoon — 12:10–3:30 PM (Library)
- Parenting Book Club — How to Talk So Kids Will Listen... @ 7:00 PM (Library)
- Tue, Nov 19
- Books Inc. Night — 5:30–7:30 PM
Get Involved with the PTSA
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Join
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Volunteer
Join the fun and make a difference. Explore committees or email our volunteer coordinator.
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